Jerry
My Qualifications
Goldsmiths, University of London
Music
1st (2014)
Goldsmiths, University of London
Music
2:1 (2007)
Goldsmiths, University of London
Music
2:1 (2004)
Verification Status
Adult Learner | |
Bass Guitar | £30 |
Clarinet | £30 |
Guitar Acoustic | £30 |
Guitar Electric | £30 |
Mandolin | £30 |
Music Theory | £30 |
Information about Jerry
I am a practising musician with B.Mus, M.Mus and Ph.D qualifications from Goldsmiths University of London. I am available to teach music theory, guitar, mandolin, bass guitar and clarinet.
I play in several bands that cover styles ranging from jazz and rock to country music but also compose and play classical guitar and can offer students tuition for ABRSM grades 1-5 in guitar, clarinet and theory.
Availability: I am available most daytimes and some evenings by prior arrangement with prospective students.
Willing to travel: 8 miles
Experience: I currently have eight private students and teach the Improvisation course unit to undergraduates at Goldsmiths University of London.
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Feedback For Jerry (18)
Carolina (Ms)
10/04/2020
I have found Jerry`s mandolin lessons really useful and am happy with the progress that I`m making so far. I`m also grateful that we`ve been able to continue having lessons during COVID-19 lockdown as I realise this is a difficult change to adapt to!
Tanner (Mr)
26/07/2019
Fantastic teacher. Doesn`t just teach you out of a book, but really caters the lessons to you and where you need and would like to go as a musician.
Mike (Mr)
12/06/2019
Very good clarinet tutor. Really knows his subject.
Maria Claudia Tavares De Lima (Miss)
05/06/2019
I`ve been having lessons with Jerry on a weekly basis now for nearly 2 years. I wanted to learn theory and bass guitar, having had practically no previous knowledge on either. Now I`m the proud owner of an outstanding grade 5 certificate in Popular Music Theory and we`ve been working through playing the songs in the real book - learning both has developed my musicianship exactly how I wanted it to. I couldn`t be more thankful and I couldn`t recommend Jerry more. Thank you Jerry!
Robin (Mr)
19/04/2019
It has been clear to see that in just 3 weeks that both my children who are aged 10 and 12 have improved their guitar playing. Both children are highly motivated and now have real joy in playing and practicing the guitar in between lessons. Jerry is patient, calm, kind and is able to motivate. He has a genuine interest in making progress as well as ensuring that the lessons are fun. We feel we are fortunate to have such a great tutor.
Jeremy (Mr)
27/03/2019
Jerry was very helpful and gave me a lot of good advice on where to start with the mandolin
James (Mr)
10/12/2018
Jerry is a great teacher. Thanks
Graham (Mr)
14/09/2018
A very positive experience with a tutor who is highly knowledgeable, patient in delivery and enthusiastic about his subject.
Anne (Ms)
03/09/2018
Jerry has been a great tutor for our son Conor, he is knowledgable, calm and committed. He made sure he was up to date with the curriculum needed and always came prepared and willing to go the extra mile.
Nick (Mr)
03/01/2018
Jerry was great - very patient and very clear in the way he explained things to me, could not recommend him highly enough
Declan (Mr)
14/12/2017
Jerry is great teacher, learning a lot.
Maria Claudia Tavares De Lima (Miss)
29/11/2017
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Judith (Mrs)
02/11/2016
I have found Jerry to be an excellent clarinet tutor. I am an adult learner and started from scratch (although I played cello as a child). I told Jerry in the beginning that I was not interested in exams only to play for my own enjoyment. Each week Jerry brings music exercises that stretch my abilities a little further. His sessions are fun and relaxed and yet challenging. He is incredibly patient and makes every effort to improve my technique offering good advise, answering my endless questions and suggesting practice exercises. I really look forward to my lessons. I feel I am improving rapidly and my enjoyment in playing increases every day as I become more competent. I would not hesitate to recommend Jerry to anyone wishing to learn clarinet or improve their playing.
Line (Miss)
12/06/2016
Lots of knowledge, nice calm manner with a good sence of humour.
Highly recommendable!
Elinor (Miss)
12/05/2016
Jerry has been so helpful and I really feel supported by his approach to teaching bass. Even from learning at a beginners level Jerry injects the lessons with an enthusiasm for music and all it`s different genres and interestingly illustrates the role of the bass within that. Thanks Jerry!
Stefan (Mr)
07/04/2016
I have been working with Jerry for a number of months now and I am very pleased with my progress. His method is understated but gets tangible and consistent results. He is flexible, seeks feedback regularly and is very knowledgeable on a huge variety of music-related topics (and beyond). A pleasure to study with!
jeannie ()
24/01/2016
I thoroughly recommend Jerry. He is very laid back which was ideal for my daughter. In August she knew the semibreve as the one that looks like a doughnut. In November she passed her grade V Pop Music Theory with a distinction. Thanks Jerry.
Francis (Mr)
24/01/2015
Superb. On time, very knowledgeable, reliable, caring and sensitive. Nice manner.